Martin Truex Jr. Retires from Full-Time NASCAR Racing
- Martin Truex Jr. received a standing ovation from fellow drivers before his last race.
- He started from the pole position but finished 17th due to race complications.
- Truex plans to participate in racing for fun after concluding his full-time career.
Martin Truex Jr. was honored by his fellow NASCAR drivers with a standing ovation at the prerace meeting before his final full-time race at Phoenix Raceway on November 10, 2024. The 44-year-old driver from New Jersey expressed gratitude to his team for their support and hoped to end his career on a high note. Truex began the race from the pole position and led for 10 laps but was unable to secure a win due to complications arising from pit stops and cautions, ultimately finishing in 17th place. Despite not winning on his last outing, he received praise from notable figures like Michael Jordan and Jeff Gordon, acknowledging his significant contribution to NASCAR over an extensive career that commenced in 2004, including a Cup Series championship in 2017 and two Xfinity Series championships. Truex intends to race sporadically for leisure in the future, indicating a transition from competitive racing to more relaxed involvement in the sport.